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BevL · February 27, 2008, 06:53 PM

A friend of mine is going to New York, her, hubby and her two sons, one about 19 and one about 14. She'd like to do a Broadway show but has no idea what might appeal to her sons.

Any suggestions? They're too old for Lion King, etc., I think. I thought maybe Spamalot - some humour to it which might appeal to them.

abc31 · February 27, 2008, 07:01 PM

Although I haven't seen Spamalot yet, that seems to appeal to that age group. It is supposed to be fantastic. Another idea would be Blueman Group off Broadway. That was a really fun show.

BevL · February 27, 2008, 07:38 PM

Sorry to sound dense, but I'm assuming off Broadway is still in that same area? My friends are not keen on travelling around that much - they only have two days in NYC and are hoping to makek the most of it.

abc31 · February 27, 2008, 08:58 PM

Off Broadway actually refers to the size of the theater. Blueman Group is at the Astor theater which is downtown.

pambroselli86 · February 27, 2008, 08:59 PM

I understand that Spamalot is great. I have not seen that one. My wife and I saw "My Mother's Italian, My father's Jewish, and I' in therapy". It is a riot. Do yourself a favor and sign up as a member on the Playbill.com website. You will find all kinds of show specials and dinner specials as well. When you get to the city check out the 1/2 price ticket booth at Times Square. You can save substantially the day of the show.

Paul

pambroselli86 · February 27, 2008, 09:07 PM

I just checked playbill. As an example the show I recommended is $34.50 tue to thur. $49.50 Fri to sun. As a member

Paul

falmouth3 · February 28, 2008, 06:04 PM

My sister was in NYC in Nov. and got tickets to see Spamalot at the 1/2 price ticket outlet.

I don't know about Blue Man Group ticket availablility, but I do think that the youngsters would enjoy it. In Boston, BMG is always available for 1/2 price at Bostix so maybe you can get the same deal in NYC.

Sue

Avery · February 28, 2008, 06:17 PM

Avenue Q is another good choice for that age group, as is Rent. Rent is closing in June, so this is the last chance for anyone who hasn't seen it.

They would probably love the contemporary music in Spring Awakening, too. I didn't like the story line, but I am in the small minority, it swept the Tony awards.

MikeM132 · February 29, 2008, 06:43 AM

another option is the 1/2 price tks booth at South Street Seaport (take the boys there--this is worth the trip to southern Manhatten). That booth often has way less lines and better ticket availability for shows. They are the same "TKS" thing---just different locations. For kids that age I would also go to the Intrepid (Sea/Air/Space Museum), obviously the 102 floor of Empire State Bldg, and the Museum of Natural History--kids love that (so do I). Statue of Liberty is OK if you want the boat ride. I first saw it when I was 10 and I remember being most impressed with the little iron spiral stairway going all the way up (can't go in the torch anymore). I thought (still think) the UN is BORING. I'd rather see the dinosaur bones any day.

February 27, 2008, 06:53 PM	#1
BevL TUG Lifetime Member BBS Reg. Date: Oct 22, 04 Location: BC Canada Posts: 1,957	NYC recommendations for a show for young men? A friend of mine is going to New York, her, hubby and her two sons, one about 19 and one about 14. She'd like to do a Broadway show but has no idea what might appeal to her sons. Any suggestions? They're too old for Lion King, etc., I think. I thought maybe Spamalot - some humour to it which might appeal to them.

February 27, 2008, 08:59 PM	#5
pambroselli86 TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Jul 5, 07 Location: New York Posts: 54	Have a great time!! I understand that Spamalot is great. I have not seen that one. My wife and I saw "My Mother's Italian, My father's Jewish, and I' in therapy". It is a riot. Do yourself a favor and sign up as a member on the Playbill.com website. You will find all kinds of show specials and dinner specials as well. When you get to the city check out the 1/2 price ticket booth at Times Square. You can save substantially the day of the show. Paul

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February 27, 2008, 07:01 PM	#2
abc31 Guest BBS Reg. Date: Jul 28, 06 Location: Long Island, N.Y. Posts: 531 Resorts: Vacation Village at Parkway, RHC Points, Fairways of Palm Aire	Although I haven't seen Spamalot yet, that seems to appeal to that age group. It is supposed to be fantastic. Another idea would be Blueman Group off Broadway. That was a really fun show.

February 27, 2008, 07:38 PM	#3
BevL TUG Lifetime Member BBS Reg. Date: Oct 22, 04 Location: BC Canada Posts: 1,957	Sorry to sound dense, but I'm assuming off Broadway is still in that same area? My friends are not keen on travelling around that much - they only have two days in NYC and are hoping to makek the most of it.

February 27, 2008, 08:58 PM	#4
abc31 Guest BBS Reg. Date: Jul 28, 06 Location: Long Island, N.Y. Posts: 531 Resorts: Vacation Village at Parkway, RHC Points, Fairways of Palm Aire	Off Broadway actually refers to the size of the theater. Blueman Group is at the Astor theater which is downtown.

February 27, 2008, 09:07 PM	#6
pambroselli86 TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Jul 5, 07 Location: New York Posts: 54	I just checked playbill. As an example the show I recommended is $34.50 tue to thur. $49.50 Fri to sun. As a member Paul

February 28, 2008, 06:04 PM	#7
falmouth3 TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Jun 6, 05 Location: Burlington, MA Posts: 1,649	My sister was in NYC in Nov. and got tickets to see Spamalot at the 1/2 price ticket outlet. I don't know about Blue Man Group ticket availablility, but I do think that the youngsters would enjoy it. In Boston, BMG is always available for 1/2 price at Bostix so maybe you can get the same deal in NYC. Sue

February 28, 2008, 06:17 PM	#8
Avery TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Jun 16, 05 Location: New York Posts: 1,182	Avenue Q is another good choice for that age group, as is Rent. Rent is closing in June, so this is the last chance for anyone who hasn't seen it. They would probably love the contemporary music in Spring Awakening, too. I didn't like the story line, but I am in the small minority, it swept the Tony awards.

February 29, 2008, 06:43 AM	#9
MikeM132 TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Jun 8, 05 Location: Bethlehem, PA Posts: 762 Resorts: Grande Vista, Ko Olina Beach Club, Maui Ocean Club	another option is the 1/2 price tks booth at South Street Seaport (take the boys there--this is worth the trip to southern Manhatten). That booth often has way less lines and better ticket availability for shows. They are the same "TKS" thing---just different locations. For kids that age I would also go to the Intrepid (Sea/Air/Space Museum), obviously the 102 floor of Empire State Bldg, and the Museum of Natural History--kids love that (so do I). Statue of Liberty is OK if you want the boat ride. I first saw it when I was 10 and I remember being most impressed with the little iron spiral stairway going all the way up (can't go in the torch anymore). I thought (still think) the UN is BORING. I'd rather see the dinosaur bones any day.